Blood night in Bremen: man shot, two more seriously injured!

In the night of April 7, 2025, residents in Woltmershausen were frightened by several shots. The Bremen police found a heavily bleeding 32-year-old man on the site of a closed petrol station. Despite the first aid by the emergency services and an emergency doctor, the man died at the scene. He had been hit by six shots. The background of the crime is unclear and are examined by the investigators, evaluate the video material and question witnesses.

A resident reported shots with interruptions and a dark car that quickly drove away from the crime scene. The killed was on the way home from the gym. According to the public prosecutor, he was known to the police and had a history with criminal offenses, including a condemnation for predatory extortion in 2020. On the same evening, there were two other shot men, 54 and 67, who were seriously injured, while they were on a property with friends. The police assume an attempt to kill and the perpetrators were able to escape. There is currently no connection between these acts and other similar incidents in the region.

Investigations and reward for information

The police and public prosecutor's office in Bremen have formed an investigation group after the night shots in the Neustadt. An online trortal was unlocked and a reward of 5,000 euros was awarded. On July 6th, around 11:10 p.m., residents had heard several shots on the Neustadtswall and then alerted the police. At the same time, an injured 25-year-old man was reported in a restaurant on the Große Johannisstrasse. He had a gunshot wound in his leg and was taken to the hospital. The injured stated that a stranger shot him on the Neustadtswall.

Near a container for drug users, the investigators found two cars with panes damaged by shots. Several projectiles have been ensured. Witnesses reported two men who ran away after the shots towards Hohentorsheerstrasse. The criminal police investigated about attempted homicide and interviewed about 400 households to find possible witnesses. Further witnesses are sought; Information can be reported on 0421/362-38 88. The police also ask for video or photos in connection with the incidents. Anonymous information can be submitted via the online trortal under the keyword "Neustadttspark". The reward applies to information that leads to the determination and seizure of the perpetrators.